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As everything was perfect, and everyone had an amazing time and thought it was great value for money, it’s hard to think of anything you can improve on. I would recommend these guys for a group trip, they were fantastic entertainers.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19772 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19397 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19397 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19345 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19345 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19294 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19294 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19200
- Do not carry large amounts of money when you leaving your apartment or hotel.
- Don’t let anyone invade your personal space while walking down the streets (whether they seem suspicious or not).
- Wear your bag diagonally across your chest and avoid wearing it on your shoulder. If possible, keep a hand on it at all times. If you must have a backpack, wear it on the front and not on the back as it should normally be worn.
- Even though it is important that you have a valid ID such as a passport with you, in case you decide to go shopping and you need to pay with your credit card, it is not recommend that you carry your passport with you. Take a photocopy of it and keep it somewhere safe in your bag.
- If you still want to take your passport or other ID documents with you, remember to photocopy them and leave the photocopy in your apartment or hotel.
- Carry your wallets and purses in your front pockets and never the back pockets. You will be surprised at just how easy it is to take a wallet or purse from a back pocket and before you realise, then perpetrator will be long gone.
- Whenever you leave a bus, metro or taxi cab, please remember to take all your belongings with you. If you are carrying a laptop, always keep it close to you and never leave your luggage or any other valuables unattended.
- It cannot be stressed enough that even in the busiest, safest looking places (bars and restaurants included), you are a potential target, so be aware at all times.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19200 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19165
Not quite Barcelona's seamy underbelly, but in a decidedly chi-chi town, the next best thing.

In keeping with its working-class roots, there are still plenty of scruffy neighbourhood bars amidst the proliferating clothes shops, hip bars and restaurants.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19165 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19164
Inside things are no less grand, either. A beautiful spiral staircase leads up to a large and very lively bar, nice, clean rooms and a good time for all.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19164 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19163
First and foremost: the landscape. You can see it coming from a mile off; weird bulbous rock formations bulging out.

On the way up, there's a fantastic Romanesque chapel with amazing frescoes, and the whole area is riddled with hermits' caves.

The church itself is vast, 1000m above sea-level, and (oddly) reassuringly hideous in scale and detail.

Still, it's a mighty impressive spectacle and the surrounding countryside is simply breathtaking.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19163 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19162 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19162 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19084 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19084 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19029 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19029 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19028
A typical market is steps away from the apartment as are numerous fine cafes. The city’s best shopping areas are just blocks away. I found an Asian market within blocks for great vegetarian food. The internet place on the street was great since I left my laptop at home, even though the apartment is wired for access. I can't say enough about management, everyone was so nice to me and so helpful. I will not hesitate to stay again when I come to Barcelona and highly recommend pillowapartments to everyone.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19028 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19015
The three increased to seven when they were joined by other musicians including a clarinetist, trumpeter and a sultry singer. It's hidden away down a back alley in the Gothic Quarter but once inside, you won't want to leave. Nothing is rushed, it's not at all poncey and the vibe gets better as the morning approaches. Get there early (before 10) to secure a seat. For a change from the normal bar scene, head to the Harlem.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19015 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19014
The restaurants, which predominately specialise in seafood, are excellent. And if you don't like seafood, it's still a nice place for a stroll around the menu before heading to the beach.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19014 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19009 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19009 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19008 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19008 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18991 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18991